The rapid evolution of future technologies & innovations in oil and gas is driving efficiency, safety, and sustainability. Autonomous drilling rigs, AI-powered reservoir simulations, and advanced enhanced oil recovery techniques are revolutionizing exploration and production. Nanotechnology-based catalysts and smart polymers are improving refining efficiency and material performance. Renewable energy integration, hydrogen economy advancements, and next-generation carbon capture solutions are redefining the industry's future. Emerging breakthroughs in AI-driven subsurface imaging and autonomous robotic maintenance are enhancing operational efficiency. The next decade will see greater adoption of modular refinery designs and digitalized drilling operations to reduce costs and environmental impact.
Title : Salt basins exploration risks: The good, bad and ugly
Selim Sanad Shaker, Geopressure Analysis Services, United States
Title : Unlocking GHG reduction potential and enhanced oil recovery with direct contact steam generation technology: A case study in Lloydminster, Canada
Amr Hassan, General Energy Recovery Inc. (GERI), Canada
Title : Transforming waste plastic into renewable hydrogen: A review of progress, challenges and future directions through pyrolysis, distillation and hydrotreatment process
Nur Hassan, Central Queensland University, Australia
Title : Advancements in vacuum insulated technologies for energy efficiency and sustainable temperature sensitive logistics
Saim Memon, Sanyou London Pvt Ltd, United Kingdom
Title : Green hydrogen pathway to decarbonize oil refining
John W Sheffield, Purdue University, United States
Title : New exploration technologies to keep the O&G industry competitive
Cleveland M Jones, Fronteira Energia Ltda, Brazil